Matthew Howarth
About Matthew Howarth
Matthew Howarth serves as the Regional Business Development Director for Enterprise Solutions at Cvent, where he has consistently exceeded sales targets and contributed to thought leadership in the industry. He holds multiple degrees, including an MBA from Cornell University and a BA and MA from the University of Oxford.
Work at Cvent
Matthew Howarth has been serving as the Regional Business Development Director for Enterprise Solutions at Cvent since 2018. In this role, he has focused on supporting the company's largest Enterprise clients, particularly in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, and financial sectors. Prior to this position, he worked as a Senior Account Executive at Cvent from 2014 to 2018. His tenure at Cvent has been marked by exceeding sales targets, achieving 170% in 2019, 110% in 2020, and 108% in 2021. He has also been recognized as a top performer in the EMEA region for three consecutive years.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Howarth has a strong educational background with degrees from prestigious institutions. He earned a Master of Arts in English Language & Literature from the University of Oxford, completing his studies from 1997 to 2000. He also holds an MBA from Cornell University's S.C. Johnson Graduate School of Management, which he completed in 2008. Additionally, he obtained an Executive MBA from The University of Manchester, studying from 2005 to 2008. This diverse educational foundation supports his extensive experience in business development and sales.
Background
Before joining Cvent, Matthew Howarth gained valuable experience in sales management. He worked at Vocus as a Senior Account Executive from 2011 to 2012 and later as the UK/DACH Sales Manager from 2013 to 2014. His career has been primarily based in London, United Kingdom, where he has developed a strong network and understanding of the business landscape, particularly in the technology and enterprise solutions sectors.
Achievements
Matthew Howarth has achieved notable success in his career, particularly in sales performance. He consistently exceeded sales targets during his time at Cvent, with significant achievements of 170% in 2019, 110% in 2020, and 108% in 2021. Furthermore, he has been a speaker at over 150 events, contributing to thought leadership and marketing efforts within the industry. His recognition as a top performer in the EMEA region for three consecutive years underscores his impact in the business development field.